Content Writer & Editor Job at Texas State University
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2023080
Posting/Functional Title
Content Writer & Editor
University Pay Plan Title
Public Information Specialist
Location
San Marcos
Department
Univ Communications & Public Relations
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Monthly Salary
Commensurate with experience
Job Category
Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Excellent, proven written communications and editing skills and a strong storyteller.
- Write and edit a high volume of TXST Newsroom articles that cover a wide range of topics including research, student achievements, faculty awards & accolades, campus life, etc.
- Write and edit a high volume of content for additional channels managed by University Communications & PR, including social media, newsletters, scripts, reports, talking points, university statements, etc. A partial list of outreach channels that this position will serve can be found at this link: https://news.txst.edu/about/communications.html.
- Interview students, faculty, staff, and alumni for articles, quotes, and university messages.
- Build relationships with key personnel across the university to identify & internalize who the subject matter experts are in various fields and topics – in order to assist the Media Relations team to plan media pitches and responsive statements.
- Ability to plan and manage multiple, time-sensitive communication projects.
- Able to provide high-quality service to the university community through writing/editing; providing excellent service to internal stakeholders with a “customer service” attitude.
- Experience in, and comfort with, a wide range of writing styles and types – including press releases, media advisories, feature stories, short blurbs or story summaries for e-newsletters, photo essays and image captions, writing for social media and web, etc.
- Assist the UComm/PR team to identify interesting story leads/tips from across the university, and help move those ideas through to completion and publication on the department’s outreach channels.
- Coordinate the production of the TXST magazine Hillviews which includes one print and two digital issues each year.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education
- Digital and/or print magazine experience
Job Description
This key position on the University Communications & PR team creates content and stories that tell the world about the game-changing education, research, and student experiences at TXST. The Content Writer/Editor will conceptualize, write, and proofread a variety of messaging and content including but not limited to press releases, feature stories, digital newsletters, emails, reports, speeches, talking points, website copy, and social media posts. The position also coordinates one print issue and two digital issues annually of HIllviews, the university’s magazine.
Job Duties
Additional Information to Applicants
You will be required to attach three writing samples related to the position responsibilities. A writing exercise will be included in the interview for the position.
Job Open Date
10/11/2022
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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